Magnepan 20.7's & Tube Amp

I have zero quarrel with Ralph and I always read his posts with nothing but respect. The short speaker cable with monoblocks suggestion is also one touted by Mike Sanders of Quicksilver, and Mike Sanders gets widespread respect from all on both sides of the fence as well (needless footnote; aren't we dealing with tri-compartments like our knees-manufacturers, retailers/distributors, and consumers?). But that said, I have come around to viewing speaker cable and IC's as sometimes being necessary evils. Sort of like salt-a necessary spice that can cause harm but can also add much to the pleasure. Sometimes due to the inherent qualities of the components, lack of any cabling renders the sound like an unsalted pretzel. Pure, but not one I care for.